Teaching Assistant

The Governors of Keyworth Primary & Nursery School are looking to appoint a highly committed and passionate colleague to join our team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to team working and playing a full role in the wider life of the school. The position is for a Grade 4 TA; we are ideally looking for a someone with good SEND experience who can work across the primary age phase and deliver class PPA if necessary.

A strong knowledge of phonics would be beneficial. At KPNS, we take great pride in our positive ethos and enjoy strong support from our school community. We offer a highly supportive environment, working alongside a skilled, motivated, and friendly staff team.

Further professional development opportunities are available through Equals Trust, and we collaborate closely with Crossdale Primary School.

Staff well-being is a priority—we recognise that every team member is a person first, with commitments and responsibilities beyond the classroom.

We strongly encourage potential applicants to visit us, which can be arranged via email at schooloffice@keyworth.notts.sch.uk or by calling 0115 9748005

Covering Letter

Your covering letter should be no more than 750 words and should clearly state why you are the right person to join our team – this candidate pack will give you a strong idea of the type of TA our children need. A visit to the school would give you further information to support your application.

Closing Date/Interviews Please ensure your application is submitted no later than Tuesday 3rd June 2025 at 9am.

Interviews will take place w/b 9 th June 2025.

This position is available from 1 st September 2025.

Referees will not be contacted without the express permission of candidates and only if you are shortlisted for an interview. Please be aware that by contacting Equals Trust about this role, or applying, your data will be held in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Safeguarding Commitment

Keyworth Primary & Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory relevant safer recruitment and DBS checks and suitable references in line with our safeguarding policy. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please be aware that online searches will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates. Equals Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for posts across the multi academy trust.